Geography of Norfolk
Geography of Norfolk: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Norfolk
Cambridge is 43 mi to the south-west, Shoreditch is 86 mi to the south-west, Camden is 86 mi to the south-west and Tower of London is 87 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 52°36′50.4″N 0°53′11″E (52.614, 0.8864)
Quick facts about Norfolk
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| Region | England |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 52°36′50.4″N 0°53′11″E (52.614, 0.8864) |
| Population | 920.000 |
| Local time | 7:25 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Norfolk is a county in England. Norfolk is a county or metropolitan area in the United Kingdom. It has a population of about 920.000.
Right now it is 73°F (23°C) in Norfolk with mainly clear. It feels like 73°F. Today runs from 58°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 86%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.8/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Norfolk is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 73°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is London Heathrow Airport (LHR), about 97 mi away. Nearby highlights include Tower of London, British Museum, River Thames and Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for September. The forecast high of 73°F is 6.3°F above the 66°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Norfolk today at 8.9/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Norfolk month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44° | 35° | 2,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 48° | 39° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 53° | 39° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 57° | 42° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 64° | 48° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 69° | 54° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 73° | 56° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 72° | 56° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 66° | 53° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 59° | 48° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 51° | 41° | 3,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 40° | 2,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Norfolk?
Norfolk is a county in England. Its coordinates are 52.614, 0.8864. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Norfolk right now?
It is currently 73°F (23°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 74% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit Norfolk?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Norfolk, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Norfolk in?
Norfolk observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 7:25 PM.
How many people live in Norfolk?
Norfolk has a population of approximately 920.000.
What is the nearest airport to Norfolk?
The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 97 mi away, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 111 mi away and Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), 165 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Norfolk?
Popular options include Tower of London, British Museum, River Thames, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites and Stonehenge.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (uk-regions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated September 30, 2026 at 7:25 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
